South Africa's rand and stocks gained on Friday as investors turned their attention to the final day of the two-day Group of 20 finance meeting, which South Africa, the first African host nation, hopes to conclude with a formal communique.

South Africa calls for unity as G20 finance talks open amid rising trade barriers:: July 17, 2025:: Durban, South Africa:: Enoch Godongwana, South African finance minister"We meet at a time of fragile global economic growth.

DURBAN (Reuters) -G20 finance chiefs will meet in South Africa on Thursday under the shadow of President Donald Trump's tariff threats and questions over their ability to tackle global challenges together.